5 mm hex key T-handle

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<p>There's already a bunch of hex key handles out there, but all of the metric ones topped out at 4 mm.</p> <p>Here's a simple 5 mm one.</p> <p>Moderately parametric model. I got lazy when it came to the handle, especially the fillets.</p> <p>The zip-tie is recessed. The head sticks out a little bit, but it really doesn't bother me.</p> <ul> <li>head width is about 4.87 mm</li> <li>thickness: 1 mm</li> </ul> <p>With the zip-tie, the hex key is very secure. I'd say it's necessary for use.</p> <p>I used a pair of nail clippers to flush trim the excess off, &amp; it's comfortable to hold.</p> <p>The hex key slot fits closely; it could be a little closer.</p> <p>The hole through which the key sits is the same size as the slot, but came out slightly small. I had to gently twist the key through. I'm going to leave the file as-is.</p> <p>As for the my hex key dimensions, it turns out they aren't tightly standardized. Here are two tables I found for metric hex keys:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www1.mscdirect.com/PDF/FASTENERS/HexKeys.pdf">https://www1.mscdirect.com/PDF/FASTENERS/HexKeys.pdf</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.picclickimg.com/d/l400/pict/232898738291_/15-10MM-Metric-L-Arm-Allen-Hex-Key-Wrench-Steel.jpg">https://www.picclickimg.com/d/l400/pict/232898738291_/15-10MM-Metric-L-Arm-Allen-Hex-Key-Wrench-Steel.jpg</a></li> </ul> <p>Neither of which match mine. Mine has a short arm length of 29 mm, &amp; a long arm length of 73 mm.</p> Category: Tools